Abstract: A hand grip for an animal leash includes a single length of material stitched to create a first encircling band for reception of an individual's thumb and a second band for encircling the body portion of the individual's hand. The second band has a major portion and a minor portion and there is a connection point generally located at the juncture of the major and minor portions. Preferably the connection point is a "D"-ring pivotally secured to the hand grip by a short length of material stitched to the outer surface of the hand grip. A short connection leash attached to the "D"-ring has a swivel clasp at the distal end thereof for attachment to the loop of a regular leash or even directly to an animal's collar. By wearing the hand grip of this invention the individual does not need to use the fingers of a hand to grip the leash and those fingers are now free to hold on to another object such as a bag or a package.

Abstract: An anti-barking and anti-biting muzzle for dogs includes a muzzle portion formed from a pair of generally trapezoidal flaps of elastic material sewn together along the converging edges thereof, with the flaps being further divided by a seam along the longitudinal centerline thereof to create four panel members of the elastic material. An elongated strap is connected at its ends to opposed seams of the muzzle portion. The muzzle can be slid onto the snout of a dog and the strap fitted over the dog's head behind its ears. The muzzle portion has a snug fit on the snout but the elasticity of the material allows the dog to open its jaws slightly for panting. If the dog tries to open its jaws wider to bark or bite the four elastic panel members apply a force to the jaws to prevent them from opening wide. The muzzle is not uncomfortable and it acts as a training aid since the animal associates the wearing of the muzzle as a form of punishment for barking or biting.